2001 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Signum | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
